ROASTED GRAPE CROSTINI

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A trip to Spain introduced me to its culinary treasures, like Manchego cheese and sherry. This appetizer always impresses folks who've never tasted roasted grapes. They're amazing. -Janice Elder, Charlotte, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

3 cups seedless red or green grapes, halved lengthwise
2 tablespoons sherry vinegar or rice vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
24 slices French bread baguette (cut diagonally 1/2 inch thick)
1/2 cup shaved Manchego or Romano cheese
Thinly sliced fresh basil leaves

Steps:

Preheat oven to 400°. Toss first five ingredients; spread in a greased 15x10x1-in. pan. Roast until grapes are lightly browned and softened, 30-35 minutes. Stir in orange zest., Preheat broiler. Arrange bread slices on an ungreased baking sheet. Broil 3-4 in. from heat until lightly browned, 1-2 minutes per side. Top with warm grape mixture; sprinkle with cheese and basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 52 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 110mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges